Running races in or near University Place, WA
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local University Place, WA area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Running-5K - Youth 5k
Organization: Lakes Cross Country Booster Club
Date of Race: 12-13-2025
Description: Get ready for the Fort Steilacoom Jingle Bell Run, a festive ...
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Running-1 Mile - Youth
Organization: Lakes Cross Country Booster Club
Date of Race: 12-13-2025
Description: Get ready for the Fort Steilacoom Jingle Bell Run, a festive ...
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Running-5K - Open (Age 13+)
Organization: Lakes Cross Country Booster Club
Date of Race: 12-13-2025
Description: Get ready for the Fort Steilacoom Jingle Bell Run, a festive ...
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Running-1 Mile - Open (Age 13+)
Organization: Lakes Cross Country Booster Club
Date of Race: 12-13-2025
Description: Get ready for the Fort Steilacoom Jingle Bell Run, a festive ...
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mount Tahoma SDA
Date of Race: 11-27-2025
Description: The Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place on a ...
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Fort Steilacoom Jingle Bell Run
Organization: Lakes Cross Country Booster Club
Date of Race: 12-13-2025
Description: Get ready for the Fort Steilacoom Jingle Bell Run, a festive ...
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Winter Solstice Celebration Night Market - Interior Booth
Organization: Pierce County Parks
Date of Race: 12-20-2025
Description: DescriptionWant to be a vendor at the ...
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Thanksgiving Day 5K (Walk, Bike, or Run)
Organization: Mount Tahoma SDA
Date of Race: 11-27-2025
Description: The Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place on a ...
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Walking-5K - open
Organization: Mount Tahoma SDA
Date of Race: 11-27-2025
Description: The Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place on a ...
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Biking-5k - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mount Tahoma SDA
Date of Race: 11-27-2025
Description: The Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place on a ...
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Onesie Run 5K
Organization: Pierce County Parks
Date of Race: 02-21-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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Tot/Pre Soccer
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: DescriptionLittle tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big ...
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Tot/Pre Soccer
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: DescriptionLittle tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big ...
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Baby & Toddlergym M/W 9am Dec
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 12-01-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Baby & Toddlergym M/W 9am Nov
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-03-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Baby & Toddlergym Tu/Th 9am Dec
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 12-02-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Baby & Toddlergym M/W 9am Dec
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 12-01-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Baby & Toddlergym Tu/Th 10am Dec
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 12-02-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Baby & Toddlergym Tu/Th 10am Dec
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 12-02-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Baby & Toddlergym Tu/Th 10am Nov
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-04-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Baby & Toddlergym M/W 9am Nov
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-03-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Baby & Toddlergym Tu/Th 9am Nov
Organization: Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation
Date of Race: 11-04-2025
Description: DescriptionEnjoy interactive playtime with your little one in a nurturing environment! ...
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Complete list of running events in and near University Place, WA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
More information about University Place
About University Place
University Place (WA) is a city in Pierce County with an estimated population of 31,144.[4]
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